The Churu Lok Sabha constituency in Rajasthan witnessed a closely contested election in 2024, with the Indian National Congress (INC) candidate Rahul Kaswan emerging victorious. Delve into the key candidates, the factors shaping the outcome, and the broader significance of the results.
The Churu Lok Sabha constituency in Rajasthan witnessed a closely contested election in 2024, with the Indian National Congress (INC) candidate Rahul Kaswan emerging victorious. Kaswan secured 538,817 votes, defeating his nearest rival Devendra Jhajharia of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by a margin of 60,060 votes.
Candidates and Profiles
The key candidates in the Churu Lok Sabha election were:
Rahul Kaswan (INC) – A seasoned politician with a strong grassroots presence, Kaswan focused his campaign on addressing local issues and connecting with the diverse electorate of Churu.
Devendra Jhajharia (BJP) – A prominent figure in the BJP, Jhajharia ran on the party’s national agenda, highlighting the government’s achievements and promising further development for the constituency.
Deiram Meghwal (BSP) – Representing the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), Meghwal aimed to mobilize the constituency’s marginalized communities and offer an alternative to the traditional political powers.
General Election to Parliamentary Constituencies: Trends & Results June-2024
Parliamentary Constituency 3 – CHURU (Rajasthan)
Won
728211 (+ 72737)
RAHUL KASWAN
Indian National Congress
Lost
655474 ( -72737)
DEVENDRA JHAJHARIA
Bharatiya Janata Party
Lost
11271 ( -716940)
DEIRAM MEGHWAL
Bahujan Samaj Party
Lost
5724 ( -722487)
RAMESH KUMAR
Independent
Lost
4961 ( -723250)
GOMATI DHARAMPAL KATARIA
Bharat Rakshak Party (Democratic)
Lost
4559 ( -723652)
SUKHDEV
Independent
Lost
1812 ( -726399)
RANVEER SINGH
Independent
Lost
1644 ( -726567)
BISAN SINGH
Independent
Lost
1230 ( -726981)
YUSUF ALI KHAN
Independent
Lost
1193 ( -727018)
DAULAT RAM PENSIA
National Janmandal Party
Lost
675 ( -727536)
SHISHPAL SINGH RANA
Bheem Tribal Congress
Lost
668 ( -727543)
NIRANJAN SINGH RATHORE
Independent
Lost
567 ( -727644)
ASLAM LILGAR
Independent
6656 ( -721555)
NOTA
None of the Above
लोक सभा निर्वाचन क्षेत्रों के लिए आम चुनाव: रुझान और परिणाम जून-2024
लोक सभा क्षेत्र 3 – चूरू (राजस्थान)
विजयी
728211 (+ 72737)
राहुल कस्वां
इंडियन नेशनल काँग्रेस
हारा
655474 ( -72737)
देवेन्द्र झाझड़िया
भारतीय जनता पार्टी
हारा
11271 ( -716940)
देईराम मेघवाल
बहुजन समाज पार्टी
हारा
5724 ( -722487)
रमेश कुमार
निर्दलीय
हारा
4961 ( -723250)
गोमती धर्मपाल कटारिया
भारत रक्षक पार्टी (डेमोक्रेटिक)
हारा
4559 ( -723652)
सुखदेव
निर्दलीय
हारा
1812 ( -726399)
रणवीर सिंह
निर्दलीय
हारा
1644 ( -726567)
बिसन सिंह
निर्दलीय
हारा
1230 ( -726981)
युसफ अली खां
निर्दलीय
हारा
1193 ( -727018)
दौलत राम पेंसिया
नैशनल जनमंडल पार्टी
हारा
675 ( -727536)
शिशपाल सिंह राणा
भीम ट्राइबल काँग्रेस
हारा
668 ( -727543)
निरंजन सिंह राठौड़
निर्दलीय
हारा
567 ( -727644)
असलम लिलगर
निर्दलीय
6656 ( -721555)
NOTA
इनमें से कोई नहीं
General Election to Parliamentary Constituencies: Trends & Results June-2024
Parliamentary Constituency 3 – CHURU (Rajasthan)
| S.N. | Candidate | Party | EVM Votes | Postal Votes | Total Votes | % of Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RAHUL KASWAN | Indian National Congress | 719352 | 8859 | 728211 | 51.12 |
| 2 | DEVENDRA JHAJHARIA | Bharatiya Janata Party | 647891 | 7583 | 655474 | 46.01 |
| 3 | DEIRAM MEGHWAL | Bahujan Samaj Party | 11145 | 126 | 11271 | 0.79 |
| 4 | RAMESH KUMAR | Independent | 5720 | 4 | 5724 | 0.4 |
| 5 | GOMATI DHARAMPAL KATARIA | Bharat Rakshak Party (Democratic) | 4937 | 24 | 4961 | 0.35 |
| 6 | SUKHDEV | Independent | 4550 | 9 | 4559 | 0.32 |
| 7 | RANVEER SINGH | Independent | 1809 | 3 | 1812 | 0.13 |
| 8 | BISAN SINGH | Independent | 1571 | 73 | 1644 | 0.12 |
| 9 | DAULAT RAM PENSIA | National Janmandal Party | 1178 | 15 | 1193 | 0.08 |
| 10 | YUSUF ALI KHAN | Independent | 1176 | 54 | 1230 | 0.09 |
| 11 | SHISHPAL SINGH RANA | Bheem Tribal Congress | 671 | 4 | 675 | 0.05 |
| 12 | NIRANJAN SINGH RATHORE | Independent | 648 | 20 | 668 | 0.05 |
| 13 | ASLAM LILGAR | Independent | 558 | 9 | 567 | 0.04 |
| 14 | NOTA | None of the Above | 6583 | 73 | 6656 | 0.47 |
| Total | 1407789 | 16856 | 1424645 |
लोक सभा निर्वाचन क्षेत्रों के लिए आम चुनाव: रुझान और परिणाम जून-2024
लोक सभा क्षेत्र 3 – चूरू (राजस्थान)
| क्रम संख्या. | अभ्यर्थी | दल का नाम | ई.वी.एम. मत | डाक द्वारा मत | कुल मत | % मत |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | राहुल कस्वां | इंडियन नेशनल काँग्रेस | 719352 | 8859 | 728211 | 51.12 |
| 2 | देवेन्द्र झाझड़िया | भारतीय जनता पार्टी | 647891 | 7583 | 655474 | 46.01 |
| 3 | देईराम मेघवाल | बहुजन समाज पार्टी | 11145 | 126 | 11271 | 0.79 |
| 4 | रमेश कुमार | निर्दलीय | 5720 | 4 | 5724 | 0.4 |
| 5 | गोमती धर्मपाल कटारिया | भारत रक्षक पार्टी (डेमोक्रेटिक) | 4937 | 24 | 4961 | 0.35 |
| 6 | सुखदेव | निर्दलीय | 4550 | 9 | 4559 | 0.32 |
| 7 | रणवीर सिंह | निर्दलीय | 1809 | 3 | 1812 | 0.13 |
| 8 | बिसन सिंह | निर्दलीय | 1571 | 73 | 1644 | 0.12 |
| 9 | दौलत राम पेंसिया | नैशनल जनमंडल पार्टी | 1178 | 15 | 1193 | 0.08 |
| 10 | युसफ अली खां | निर्दलीय | 1176 | 54 | 1230 | 0.09 |
| 11 | शिशपाल सिंह राणा | भीम ट्राइबल काँग्रेस | 671 | 4 | 675 | 0.05 |
| 12 | निरंजन सिंह राठौड़ | निर्दलीय | 648 | 20 | 668 | 0.05 |
| 13 | असलम लिलगर | निर्दलीय | 558 | 9 | 567 | 0.04 |
| 14 | NOTA | इनमें से कोई नहीं | 6583 | 73 | 6656 | 0.47 |
| कुल | 1407789 | 16856 | 1424645 |
Factors Influencing the Outcome
The Churu Lok Sabha election saw a voter turnout of 63.61%, indicating a high level of political engagement among the electorate. Demographic shifts, such as the growing influence of younger voters and the changing dynamics within the region’s diverse communities, played a significant role in shaping the results.
Additionally, local issues, such as infrastructure development, agricultural concerns, and employment opportunities, were key factors that influenced the voters’ choices. The candidates’ ability to connect with the grassroots and address these pressing concerns contributed to the final outcome.
Implications and Significance
The Churu Lok Sabha election results hold important implications for local, state, and national politics. At the local level, the victory of the INC candidate Rahul Kaswan strengthens the party’s presence in the region and could have ripple effects on the upcoming state assembly elections.
At the state level, the results reflect the ongoing political dynamics in Rajasthan, where the INC and BJP continue to vie for dominance. The outcome in Churu may influence the broader political landscape and the balance of power in the state.
Nationally, the Churu Lok Sabha election results contribute to the overall narrative of the 2024 general elections, providing insights into voter sentiments and the performance of political parties in a crucial constituency. The trends observed in Churu could have implications for the national political discourse and the formation of the next government.
In conclusion, the Churu Lok Sabha election results showcase the vibrant and dynamic nature of Indian democracy, where local issues, demographic shifts, and the candidates’ ability to connect with the electorate play a crucial role in shaping the political landscape. As the nation gears up for the next general elections, the Churu outcome serves as a valuable case study for understanding the evolving dynamics of Indian politics.
